Special needs care management teams ensure people with disabilities live full lives.
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Elder Tree special needs care management
Care management plans for adults with special needs give families peace of mind.
Care management for adults and children with special needs by ElderTree
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Expert Care Management for Adults with Disabilities

Our special needs care management services provide personalized support, advocacy, and coordination of care for individuals with intellectual, developmental, physical, or mental health disabilities. ElderTree is the DMV’s most trusted provider of compassionate care management for adults with disabilities, offering clarity and peace of mind for families navigating complex care challenges. We’re here to ensure your loved one receives the care, attention, and resources they need to thrive.

For families, our services for special needs offer peace of mind when you are overwhelmed or can’t act as a full-time caregiver. ElderTree acts as a trusted partner and advocate, ensuring every care decision is purposeful, thoughtful, and aligned with your loved one’s unique needs and goals.

Adult Disabilities Care
Management Services

ElderTree serves families across Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. We offer a comprehensive range of concierge care management services designed to support adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. For over 20 years, our expert care managers have advocated and cared for adults with unique challenges. Our person-centered approach to care management ensures adults with disabilities receive all the opportunities available to them.  From daily coordination to long-term planning, our dedicated care team ensures every individual receives the right care at the right time.

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Tailored Care Plans

Every person is unique. We develop customized care plans that reflect the needs and capabilities of the individual.

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Appointment Coordination

Getting to medical appointments and therapy sessions shouldn’t be a challenge. We can arrange transportation and ensure appointments are scheduled and attended.

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Advocacy and Oversight

Our care managers act as advocates, ensuring that medical providers, therapists, and support services prioritize the individual’s best interests. We are a team of social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, music therapists, and recreational therapists that leverage our diverse backgrounds to care for your loved one.

Man with physical disability living to the fullest with the hep of care managers from ElderTree

Long-Term Planning

Care needs change over time. We provide ongoing support, anticipate changes in care needs, and offer proactive guidance to keep care on track.

Get Started Now

Coordinating care for a loved one with disabilities can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Our team based in Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia offers personalized care management, expert advocacy, and continuous support to ensure your loved one’s needs are met every step of the way. Talk to us about the ways we can empower your loved one and provide you with peace of mind.

Benefits of Care Management for Adults with Disabilities

Special needs care management offers more than day-to-day support — it provides peace of mind, consistency, and a trusted partner to navigate the complexities of care.

Peace of Mind

With ElderTree, you’ll have confidence knowing a dedicated team is advocating for your loved one’s well-being, even when you can’t be there.

Consistency and Stability

Care needs can change, but ElderTree provides a steady, consistent presence,  ensuring individuals with special needs get the structure they thrive on.

Simplified Decision-Making

From healthcare choices to long-term planning, decision-making can be overwhelming. Our care managers offer guidance to  help families make informed decisions.

Reduced Caregiver Burnout

Acting as a full-time caregiver can be exhausting. ElderTree lightens the load, giving families the opportunity to focus on their relationship with their loved one.

Support For You And Your Loved One

 

Caring for a loved one with disabilities comes with unique challenges — but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether you’re a full-time caregiver in need of support or a family member who can’t always be there, ElderTree can help provide you with peace of mind that your loved one will always be cared for. 

With 24/7 access to a dedicated care management team, customized care plans, and proactive oversight, we ensure your loved one receives the care they need — no matter your circumstances. Take the first step today. Contact ElderTree to learn how our disability services can support you and your loved one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about special needs care management.

This specialty care management provides personalized support, advocacy, and coordination of care for adults with intellectual, developmental, physical, or mental health disabilities. It includes services like creating tailored care plans, scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, and ensuring ongoing oversight and support for both the individual and their family. We’ve been serving the DMV area for over 20 years with personal and professional experience in the domain of special needs – our mission is to care and advocate for your loved one like our own family.

ElderTree acts as a local advocate for adults with disabilities in Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, offering peace of mind to family members who can’t be there in person. We coordinate care, monitor well-being, and provide real-time updates to family members, ensuring they remain informed and confident about their loved one’s care. Think of us like the orchestra director that ensures all resources, programs, and plans of care are followed by your family and loved one. We are your local eyes and ears that can arrange and handle it all.

ElderTree’s services include developing personalized care plans, coordinating medical appointments and transportation, advocating for client needs with healthcare providers, and offering long-term care planning. Our care managers also provide ongoing support and proactive guidance to ensure care remains aligned with the individual’s goals and changing needs.

We start by understanding the individual’s unique needs, goals, and capabilities. Our care managers work with the family, medical providers, and therapists to create a customized care plan that evolves as the individual’s needs change. This ensures the right level of care is always in place.

Yes. ElderTree coordinates medical appointments and therapy sessions, ensuring they are scheduled, confirmed, and attended. We can also arrange reliable transportation to and from these appointments, removing a major logistical burden for families.

Acting as a full-time caregiver is physically and emotionally demanding. ElderTree provides relief by handling key responsibilities like care coordination, appointment scheduling, and ongoing oversight. This allows family members to step away from daily logistics and focus on their role as a parent, sibling, or loved one.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the day-to-day demands of caregiving or struggling to navigate appointments, care decisions, or long-term planning, adult disability care management can help. ElderTree provides 24/7 access to a care team, proactive guidance, and personalized support to ensure your loved one’s care is always on track.

With over 20 years experience serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, we’ve partnered with multiple attorneys and families navigating the complexities of Special Needs Trust. You do not need a Special Needs Trust to enroll in our services but we will help you think through timing considerations and considerations of having a Special Needs Trust for you or your loved one.